MP CM Mohan Yadav inspects Hamidia Hospital, announces facilities worth Rs 199 crore

Yadav also emphasized the need for efficient utilization of funds and proactive work from all officials. Yadav made these remarks following an inspection of Hamidia Hospital on Monday evening.  

During his visit, Yadav visited the infant ward and various other sections of the hospital, engaging with patients and their families to understand their needs and concerns. Senior doctors briefed him on the ongoing expansion efforts and proposed developments for the hospital. According to the Times of India, Yadav highlighted the increased demand for medical services during the monsoon season and assured that expansion projects are underway to accommodate the anticipated rise in patient numbers. He stressed that these efforts aim to prevent any inconvenience to patients. 

Hamidia Hospital, the largest medical facility in the state, currently operates with 1,850 of its 2,250-bed capacity. The Chief Minister announced new proposals worth approximately Rs 199 crore to enhance patient care. These proposals include purchasing advanced equipment for the Regional Institute for Respiratory Diseases worth Rs 35 crore, establishing a Centre of Excellence for Orthopaedics at Rs 42 crore, and allocating Rs 30 crore for cancer treatment advancements, reports the Daily.  

In addition, Yadav revealed plans to launch a bone marrow centre at Hamidia Hospital soon. A new hostel block for postgraduate students, costing Rs 20 crore, will also be constructed, alongside the provision of a new MRI/CT machine worth Rs 20 crore.

Further developments include the construction of a new integrated Outpatient Department (OPD) block for Rs 35 crore and a new undergraduate hostel for Rs 17 crore. These initiatives underscore the government's commitment to providing state-of-the-art healthcare facilities to the people of Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Yadav's inspection and subsequent announcements highlight a significant push towards enhancing the healthcare infrastructure in the state, ensuring that residents have access to better medical services and facilities.